Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
PTEN Gene Cowden Syndrome Type 1 Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity
ISO 9001:2015 accredited processing; full NGS depth ensuring no mutation missed.
Hospital-Grade Home Collection
VIP mobile phlebotomy with ISO-certified cold-chain transport, 8 AM – 11 PM.
Post-Test Clinical Guidance
Telephonic interpretation by genetics-savvy genetic counsellors included.
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Test Overview & Methodology
This advanced NGS-based test comprehensively screens the complete coding sequence of the PTEN gene, detecting germline mutations responsible for Cowden syndrome (CWS1) – a hereditary cancer predisposition disorder. The test uses next-generation sequencing to achieve ultra-high depth coverage of all exons, intron-exon boundaries, and copy number variations, ensuring no clinically relevant mutation is missed.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS Panel) | Sanger Sequencing (Alternative) |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Next Generation Sequencing – ultra-high depth | Sanger sequencing of selected exons |
| Coverage | Entire PTEN gene including intron-exon boundaries, CNV detection | Limited to a few hotspot regions |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks | 2–4 Weeks (but often requires multiple rounds) |
| Sensitivity | >99.9% diagnostic sensitivity | ~95% for targeted regions |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"As a Consultant Medical Genetics, I interpret PTEN mutations in the context of family history and clinical phenotype. A positive result indicates elevated lifetime cancer risk, not an existing diagnosis. This information empowers proactive surveillance and risk-reduction strategies, but all medical decisions should be made jointly with your specialist. Do not alter any treatment or medication based solely on genetic findings without consulting your doctor."
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication Advisory
⚠️ Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Genetic results may influence treatment choices, but abrupt changes can be dangerous.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Exclusions & Red Flags
- Exclusions: Individuals under 18 years must be accompanied by a legal guardian; active high fever or severe bleeding disorder – reschedule after stabilization.
- Red Flags – Seek Immediate Medical Attention: If you develop sudden swelling, intense pain, or signs of infection at the blood draw site; if your result reveals a pathogenic PTEN mutation, contact an oncologist urgently to arrange screening mammography, thyroid exam, and colonoscopy.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is this PTEN gene test and who should consider it?
This test identifies inherited PTEN mutations causing Cowden syndrome, a hereditary cancer syndrome warranting testing for individuals with multiple benign tumors or strong family cancers.
2. How is the test performed and what is the turnaround time?
A small blood sample or fingertip FTA card is collected by a certified phlebotomist at your home, and results are typically delivered in 3 to 4 weeks through our secure portal.
3. Does insurance cover this in the UAE?
Most UAE insurers cover genetic testing for hereditary cancer syndromes when medically necessary; our billing team verifies your entitlement via WhatsApp before collection.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Supported by ISO 9001:2015 Certification (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) | Facility License: RT-1143
Fully compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields, and Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Your genomic data is handled with strict confidentiality and never shared without explicit consent.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | PTEN Gene Cowden Syndrome Type 1 Genetic Test (NGS) |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood or FTA card (dried blood spot) |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Full gene sequencing with CNV analysis |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q85.8 (Cowden syndrome) |
| LOINC Code | 33987-2 (PTEN gene mutation analysis) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | License No. 1143 |
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